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MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories

Ballen Studios
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David Graham
Murder
Possession
Reincarnation
Stranger Than Fiction
Underwater Diving
Georgi Markov
Supernatural
Death
John Sutton
Susan Sutton
Christopher Sutton
Dybbuk Box
Homicide
Roberto Ayala
Fabian Ayala
Radiation Poisoning
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MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark and Mysterious Stories is a true crime and mystery podcast that presents strange, dark and mysterious content delivered in story format. The program is hosted by John Allen a.k.a. MrBallen. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes 7-days early and ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.

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Today, I’m going to tell you two stories about people who unknowingly risked everything to travel to their dream locations – and didn’t realize they were in danger until it was too late. Their stories remind us that careful planning is not always eno... more

In December 2005, a young woman walked down a sidewalk in New York City. There were Christmas decorations on all the buildings she passed – but as she walked by a newspaper stand, she saw something that was so shocking, she literally stopped in her t... more

Today's story is a fan favorite that was previously published as Episode 318.

This story is about a woman who goes missing from a psychiatric hospital in 1900. Now at first, this story will seem like a pretty ordinary missing person case. That is, u... more

Today’s podcast will feature 3 stories of missing people that we just can’t explain. The audio from all three stories has been pulled from our main YouTube channel, which is just called "MrBallen," and has been remastered for today's podcast.

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Recent Guests

Oz Pearlman
World-renowned mentalist known for his performances with celebrities and professional athletes.
Episode: Storytime with MrBallen | Oz Pearlman
Tom Segura
A popular comedian and actor known for his storytelling abilities.
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Episode: Storytime with MrBallen | Tom Segura
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John Allen
Host and executive producer, known for engaging storytelling and research in the crime and mystery genre.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 130.3k ratings
  • Always captivating

    I listen to Mr Ballen religiously! Well it’s the way I motivate myself anyway. I only allow myself the reward of listening to his podcast if I am getting my household chores done…….my house is impeccable…..my sisters too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dragon and dog
    United States14 days ago
  • Solid

    Entertaining content but not always accurate. I miss the ad-free episodes on Amazon Prime. Sirius is a big nope.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    PodcastListener-2020
    United States15 days ago
  • Great Content

    I usually like more dramatized stories rather than somebody talking, but this podcast is the exception! Love the content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DNVN1
    United States16 days ago
  • Best story teller

    I love listening to Mr Ballen tell stories…My fav time of the day is the drive home so I can listen to next story…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaddy23
    United States17 days ago
  • Ines

    Absolute favourite for years! I really hope he brings back Medical Mysteries soon as well, I just love the story telling, the voice and that it’s real stories!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    **@** OS X Lion
    Norway18 days ago

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Storytime with MrBallen | Rosie Grant
Q: What has this experience done for your relationship with mortality?
It has taught me that death becomes less scary as you talk about it more openly.
Storytime with MrBallen | Rosie Grant
Q: How did you start doing what you do?
I got started with this when I was trying to become a librarian and ended up interning at a cemetery during COVID.
Storytime with MrBallen | Oz Pearlman
Q: How do you prepare for your performances?
I've learned to remain calm under pressure, as it greatly contributes to success in mentalism.
Storytime with MrBallen | Oz Pearlman
Q: How does someone know they have the skill to be a mentalist?
People can be taught mentalism, but it involves innate talent similar to music; some may reach a ceiling despite learning.
Storytime with MrBallen | Oz Pearlman
Q: What is a mentalist?
A mentalist is a form of magic that involves skills developed over decades focused on how people think, using psychology, misdirection, and influence.

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Focusing on the bizarre and oftentimes unsettling aspects of reality, this podcast presents true crime stories and eerie mysteries through engaging storytelling. It explores a wide array of unnerving narratives, including unexplained disappearances, grisly murders, and bizarre occurrences that blend elements of horror with real-life events. Noteworthy is the consistent format that combines thorough research with captivating narration, producing episodes that not only entertain but also provoke thought about the darker facets of human existence.

The unique style of storytelling sets this podcast apart, as it aims to keep listeners intrigued while shedding light on lesser-known accounts that resonate deeply. Each episode serves as a reflecti... more

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